SIP Panels features

Saves time, reduces errors by automating creation of multi-layered timber frames for walls, floors & roofs. Modeling is 10x faster than in standard Revit, as predefined custom rules based on specific project requirements automatically distribute all framing elements, avoiding repetitive tasks.

Split walls, floors & roofs to generate SIP panels

Allows for quick, efficient sheathing or paneling, an often time-consuming & repetitive task in building design. Predefined rules in Sheathing/Paneling configuration saves modeling time. The insulated foam core & OSB (or other sheathing) sandwiching it are created as parts in Revit.

Distribute smart, complex connections

Insert hundreds of elements into your project with just a few clicks. Time-saving software ensures fast, accurate modeling of highly detailed projects. Follow project changes as needed & quickly modify or update details (connection joists, dovetails, half-laps, etc.).

Frame multi-story houses 10x faster than with the standard Revit interface

The Multi-framing & Framing in Groups features greatly increase framing speed for groups of identical elements. In large-scale projects, vast amounts of time can be saved by creating, editing & updating multiple building modules or components simultaneously.

Create openings automatically where ducts, pipes, cable trays & conduit intersect structural elements

Interdisciplinary design coordination brings a high level of accuracy & design communication with easy clash detection & framing synthesis.

Split walls, floors & roofs into panels based on architectural, structural & logistical requirements

Deliver your Revit model with elements sized & split so as to facilitate framing & assembly of panels on site.

Select elements by predefined rules

Reduces the time cost of finding & selecting specific elements for tasks (like automating drawings, adding structural connections, etc.).

Automated updates & modifications

Modify frames at any time & supplement with additional elements.

Design changed? No problem. Panels, framing elements & fasteners auto-update accordingly.

Swiftly copes with modifications & provides accurate updates, reducing the time needed for double checking.

Add or modify elements, such as beams, elements for splitting panels, etc.

Greater flexibility & ability to customize SIP-panel buildings in the building design phase empowers you to create unique designs that may not be possible with standard framing software.

Modify the frame of a selected wall, floor or roof of a SIP panel structure via custom settings

Make quick changes in unique situations & handle sudden modifications efficiently. The Modify Frame feature saves designers' & architects' valuable time, helping them stay on schedule.

Easy to edit individual elements

Create unique frames using the Edit Elements feature to align, crop, cut, move, split, etc.

Documentation

Automatically generate all desired views, schedules & drawings with dimensions for each SIP panel or panel layout.

Prepare shop drawings & cut lists with all required views

Easily prepare project drawings in which SIP panels & other necessary elements are dimensioned, sorted, tagged, scheduled & their mass calculated. Avoid errors & tedious tasks by automatically creating views, bookmarks, timetables, dimensions, title blocks, sheets.

Create in-context or isolated element views – without having to create assemblies

Work more flexibly in 3D views. Quickly create element views with predefined view templates, dimensions & tags. Easily get sections & elevation drawings for any selected building element.

Place views on sheets automatically

Saving time in the 2D documentation phase means you can focus on value-adding tasks.

Sort & renumber all types of Revit elements automatically

Renumber SIP panels, framing & connection elements in various ways. Add information to selected elements. Efficient, accurate monitoring, editing & composing of project-wide parameters means there's no need for manual data input, greatly enhancing your workflow by saving time & adding clarity.

Insert dimensions for elements of multiple categories at once

Lots of time can be saved by creating detailed shop drawings wherein every is element dimensioned to spec according to your predefined custom rules (that can be saved for future use). Thousands of possibilities are at your fingertips to insert dimensions automatically – and move them out of the way if obstructed by other text or values.

Tag elements of multiple categories

Automated tags save time in creating detailed, tidy, up-to-date shop drawings. Dramatically extends native Revit tagging functionality by letting you tag many elements at once – and adjust them in the drawing.

Create assemblies with Sheet Template

Streamlines documentation for timber frames with structural insulated panels, saving time & reducing errors – now & down the road.

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Wood Framing | Tutorial 0: Introduction

See how to access the Wood Framing software package and find support in the ARKANCE Dock. [0:24] Finding the Dock in Revit ribbon [0:29] Understanding the Dock [1:12] Finding Wood Framing in...

Wood Framing | Tutorial 1: Load Families, Quick Frame

Learn to load Wall families into your project and frame walls without linking configurations to wall structure layers. This framing method is mainly used for quick demonstrations and should no...

Wood Framing | Tutorial 2: Framing Configurations, Wall Types, Link Wall, Frame Wall

Learn to create framing configurations for walls and link them with chosen wall types. After linking configurations with walls you can frame your chosen walls in seconds. [0:20] Finding Wall+...

Wood Framing | Tutorial 3: Wall Framing Configuration Settings, Update Frame, Delete Frame

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